Sharmin Reehman

Tech is at the heart of all Sharmin does – couple that with her talent for business development, and you’ve got an accomplished consultant and mentor with an unstoppable drive to help corporations and startups scale globally.

Fun Fact Sharmin is sports-crazy – she cycles, plays golf, and is a dragon boat racer.

Full Bio Sharmin is a dynamic and accomplished professional with a passion for connecting and engaging with people. She has over 15 years of experience in international business development, and honed the ability for recognizing opportunities and optimizing cross-functional collaborations to drive business success. She is currently Head of Business Development, Tech at New Zealand Trade and Enterprise.

Tech is at the heart of everything Sharmin does in her career. She has worked across various industries – from financial services at companies like HSBC, Zurich Financial Services, and Bank of America Merrill Lynch; consulting at Deloitte and KPMG; advising government bodies like New Zealand Trade & Enterprise and the German Accelerator; to tech start-ups. Sharmin has also had an international career having lived and worked in cities including Hong Kong, Dubai, Shanghai and Singapore.

Sharmin's diverse experiences means she has a comprehensive understanding of the complexities and nuances of driving business growth, implementing successful regional strategies, and building meaningful client relationships in an international setting. Sharmin is a big advocate of empowering women in tech and supporting their journey to senior leadership positions.